I have had numerous problems with my 1995 Windstar. The transmission failed in 10/99 and I had to replace the entire transmission. I have had many problems with the computer/electrical system with sensors and fuses going out. My timing gasket cover cracked and coolant was leaking (10/01). I had to have that replaced along with the water pump, etc. Now, my engine has either a bearing or has thrown a rod and I have been told I need to have my engine replaced at a cost of $3500. There have been many more problems (struts, engine mounts, etc....). I have spent over $6000 (not including regular maintenance costs --oil changes, brakes, tires, tune ups, etc). I have had to spend much $$$ on car rentals while my car was being repaired. Now I'm faced with a huge new problem--the engine.

- Honolulu, HI, USA

I have had a continuing stream of endless repairs to this Ford Windstar. Staring with the water pump one week after purchase; then the left front spring and strut collasped; next the ABS system almost cost me my life by failing on a downgrade into an intersection; a compoent of the fuel injection system in the main computer failed; the rear master cylinder on the brakes was leaking; the transmission has never shifted correctly almost giving passengers whiplash; the rear power door lock on the tailgate has just never worked form day one; I did receive a recall for the hood and that was replaced; now the power windows operate without the key in the ignition, but the door locks do not work and the vehicle is totally diabled, it will not start or even try to turn over. I am just a nurse not a millionaire, I have paid almost $5,000 in repairs into this vehicle in the 2 1/2 years I have owned it. And now it is dead, leaving me with no transportation to work, my only source of income. Please help.

- Mills, PA, USA

The consumer believes the vehicle has an electrical computer system defect which causes coolant back up and effects the transmission burning it out, it also causes repeated damage to the head gasket and transmission, the consumer is requesting reimbursement for all repairs made. Nlm

- St. Petersburg, FL, USA

After engine began running roughly and fuel leaking out of tail pipe, took vehicle to dealer. A technician said that problem was with PCM control module that was not controling fuel that get into the exhaust system, and leaked out the tail pipe and created a fire hazzard.

- Vacaville, CA, USA

Computer failed which allowed cylinder #3 and 6 to mis fire with the injector open all the time putting approximately one gallon of gasoline into the oil and gas into the exhaust manifold. An engine fire/explosion could easily have occurred. Ford refuses to take action due to mileage.

- Woodbridge, VA, USA

Processor failure sending unspent fuel thru #2 cylinder contaminating oil, thru exhaust manifold and out exhaust pipe

- Laingsburg, MI, USA

The # 3 cylinder fuel injector went out, which in turn made the module in the computer go out, and we have been informed that you can't replace the individual module you have to replace the whole computer at a estimated cost of 600 dollars. This is after having the head gasketts replaced and two new transmissions installed.

- Paris, TX, USA

The # 3 cylinder fuel injector went out, which in turn made the module in the computer go out, and we have been informed that you can't replace the individual module you have to replace the whole computer at a estimated cost of 600 dollars. This is after having the head gaskets replaced and two new transmissions installed.

- Paris, TX, USA

Head gasket failure diagnosed after coolant loss, two thermostats replaced in 9 months, engine miss at idle, check engine light on, and inability to remove number 4 spark plug. Estimate cost to repair $2126.60. Not covered by the extended Ford warranty to 60,000 miles.

- Gahanna, OH, USA

Ford will not recognize there is an engine problem with the first year model of this vehicle. The Ford dealer said it would cost $1500 to have spark plug wires, oxygen sensor, thermostat, and head gaskets replaced.

- Tewksbury, MA, USA

Computer unit replaced. Mjs

- Lakeside, CA, USA

Engine check light came on and won't go off, indicating there is a leakage coming from engine head gasket. Also, spark plugs came off.

- Meontpelier, IL, USA

Car first ran hot on 2/4/99. Ford would not pay since it was out of warranty. Had an independent to replace the head gaskets. Picked up car - car ran bad. Returned car to garage was told that crankshaft and crankshaft bearings were bad. Elected to replace the engine in lieu of repairing. Car ok for 3 months. Ran hot again. Replaced thermostat. Continued to run hot. Took it to hillard Ford in arlington tx. Hillard checked it out for a week. Could not get it to overheat but replaced spark plugs and an ignition module. Have had car for 3 days. Car overheated, again. Haven't had a chance to identify the problem, but is a continual problem with the Windstar.

- Arlington, TX, USA

Brakes replaced, vehicle computer chip failed, air conditioner malfunctioned, the motor started missing, at 36,000 miles the vehicle started making chirping noises, belt frayed and a warbeling sound started in the tires and front end.

- Levittown, PA, USA

Vehicle experiencing following problems: Faulty computer chip/transmission missing from 1st to 2nd gear/inside door paneling came loose, and faulty air conditioner.

- Levittown, PA, USA

Power distribution box failed after recall repairs, causing vehicle to catch fire.

- Cranberry, PA, USA